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We are a feminist press committed to publishing socially engaged literature with an emphasis on the voices of people of color, people with disabilities, and other historically silenced and culturally marginalized voices.

“Serenity Prayer for a Black Woman,” “Black and Blue,” “Kelly Price is Missing,” and “Light-Skin Chick Blues”

God grant me the serenity to accept
the things I cannot change for I cannot change
the kinks and coils of my hair,
the skin that criminalizes me,
the body reduced to what it can do and who for;

“In Tandem”, “Corpsing”, “Game of Thrones, S1 E7”, “Hudson Estuary”, “Alley Singer”, and “You, Again”

As my age gains on me, my mother stops short

of hers, buying toys yearly for my grown daughter —

Dust

“Daddy always loved the lake,” remarked Jelisa Lu. “He’d swim in the buff every morning at dawn. I’d hear him bellow, ONE-TWO-SIX!!! Then a big fat splash.”

“Queen of Swords”, “Claws”, “In Her Voice”, “Hunger”, and “Sometimes a Bird Outside”

He thought she was the Queen of Swords. She didn’t see herself like that, more like the Queen of Cups perhaps.

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✨📚 New Release from Jaded Ibis Press! 📚✨
We are thrilled to announce the launch of Dancer in the Bullpen by Chana Shinegba, brought to you by Jaded Ibis Press! 📚

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𝗟𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘁: In this latest post, Constantine Contengis submerges us in layers of suspense, longing, grief, family, romance and mythology.
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JIP is at #sandiegopridefestival2024 We will be he

JIP is at #sandiegopridefestival2024 We will be here all weekend! Come by! Say hi! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

✨📚 New Release from Jaded Ibis Press! 📚✨

✨📚 New Release from Jaded Ibis Press! 📚✨

We are thrilled to announce the launch of Dancer in the Bullpen by Chana Shinegba, brought to you by Jaded Ibis Press! 📚

Meet Nina Abadie: young, beautiful, and timid. Growing up in an elite family of intellectual over-achievers in the D.C. suburbs, all Nina dreams of is finding her fairytale love. But beneath the surface of her fantasy world lies a powerful reality, one that punishes those who dare to torment her.

🌟 Dive into a captivating blend of autobiographical fiction and magical realism.
🌟 Explore themes of identity, belonging, and the struggle for acceptance.
🌟 Experience the life of a Black woman navigating the expectations that bind her and the love that will set her free.
🌟 Discover the rich tapestry of Washington D.C. and its vibrant culture.

Join us on this unforgettable journey with Dancer in the Bullpen and witness the magic of Chana Shinegba's storytelling! 📖✨

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𝗟𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘁, 𝗮 𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗷𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗹: In this latest post, Constantine Contengis submerges us in layers of suspense, longing, grief, family, romance and mythology.

𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 Constantine: His collection Ikaros (Word Press, ’04) won a First Prize “Open Voice Poetry Award.” He is co-translator of Songs of the Kisaeng: Courtesan Poetry of the Last Korean Dynasty (BOA, ‘97). Contengis was included in Joining Music with Reason: 34 Poets, British and American: Oxford ‘04-‘09, chosen by Christopher Ricks (’11), and Pomegranate Seeds: Greek-American Poetry, ed. Dean Kostos (‘08). He is published in such journals as Whiskey Island, Hayden’s Ferry Review, MAYDAY Magazine, Paris Review, TriQuarterly, Asian Pacific American Journal, MacGuffin, and Meridian Anthology. His work appeared in Poetry Society of America’s Poetry in Motion. He is a fellow with Incite at Columbia University.

𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗦𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘁: It's a bimonthly literary journal amplifying diverse voices under the insightful curation of @lyelliswrites. Share your work with us today by visiting Jaded Ibis Press' official website.

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June is Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month 💜🧠

At Jaded Ibis Press, we recognize the importance of raising awareness about Alzheimer's disease and brain health. This month, we honor those affected by Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia, and we stand in solidarity with caregivers and advocates dedicated to fighting this condition.

At Jaded Ibis Press, we like to recommend Shivah: a Novel from Memory by Lisa Solod, that deals with how Alzheimer affects a mother and daughter relationship.

JIP Book Recommendation: Shivah: a Novel from Memory by Lisa Solod
When Leah's mother is diagnosed with Alzheimer's, it becomes clear that there will be no reconciliation with the woman who has played a big and dangerous role in her life. As Leah chronicles her mother's descent into nothingness, she both mourns and recreates the life her mother might have led. In the process, she paints the portrait of a wife and mother who struggled to raise a family, had contentious mother-daughter relationships, and battled mental health and addiction. Shivah is constructed in seven parts to mimic the Jewish period of mourning, containing a spiritual and emotional journey marked by joy, peace, true knowledge, and ultimately, understanding.

Join us in spreading awareness this month. Share your stories, resources, and favorite books on Alzheimer's and brain health, and tag us. Together, we can make a difference. 💜📚

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𝗟𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘁, 𝗮 𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗷𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗹: In this latest post, Nancy Fagan honors the dead and sheds light on how their memory lives on, permeating families and communities.

𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 Nancy: she is a western Massachusetts based writer whose work appears in Kaleidoscope Journal, the award-winning Coolest American Stories 2023, Fiction International, Nifty Lit, Abilities-Canada, and Tamarind (UK), among others. A registered nurse with a BA in English from Mount Holyoke College and an MFA in Writing from the Vermont College of Fine Arts, she writes historical novels which include characters with disabilities and medically themed short stories. For more, please visit www.nancyjfagan.com and follow @writerfagan on Instagram.

𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗦𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘁: It’s a bimonthly literary journal amplifying diverse voices under the insightful curation of @lyelliswrites. Share your work with us today by visiting Jaded Ibis Press’ official website.

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Happy Pride Month from Jaded Ibis Press! 🌈📚

Happy Pride Month from Jaded Ibis Press! 🌈📚

At Jaded Ibis Press, we are honored to work with so many talented queer authors, artists, and editors. Throughout Pride Month, let’s celebrate our queer authors and continue to uplift our stories. 🌈❤️📖

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